Brunch isn't just a breakfast/lunch mashup, it might be the most important meal of the weekend. Marked by culinary creativity, hearty portions, Instagram-able presentation, and your pick of lavish midday alcoholic drinks, brunch is a sweet start to Sunday.
Check out our list of the 7 best brunch spots in Harrisburg!
Home 231
Where: Center City
When: Sundays from 9 AM to 2 PM
Signature Item: House Donuts
Nestled on a tree-lined street just a block from the Pennsylvania State Capitol Building, Home 231’s farm-to-table fare includes some of the city’s freshest morning plates. Start with an order of House Donuts with chocolate, custard, and salted caramel sauces. Their quiche of the day is always a pleasant surprise, while the rest of the menu includes sweet and savory options like oreo pancakes and chicken & biscuits.
District Restaurant & Lounge
Where: Midtown Harrisburg
When: Saturday & Sundays from 11 AM to 4 PM
Why wait until Sunday? District Restaurant and Lounge gets the jump on brunch with a southern classic like Shrimp & Grits, a classic Philly Cheesesteak Omelette served with crispy red potatoes or satisfy your sweet tooth with Banana Fosters Pancakes. Be sure to secure your spot for a mouthwatering brunch experience by booking in advance at district1014.com
Ad Lib Craft Kitchen & Bar
Where: Downtown Harrisburg
When: Sundays from 11:00 AM to 2 PM
Signature Item: Build Your Own Bloody Mary
The chef at Ad Lib offers brunch favorites like eggs benny and French toast, alongside culinary morning masterpieces like Cuban Omelet and Huevos Rancheros Tacos. You can have it your way at the Build Your Own Bloody Mary Bar. It’s up to you how you want to spice and garnish your drink with dozens of mix-ins like bacon and blue cheese stuffed olives.
Zeroday Brewing
Where: Midtown
When: Sundays from 11 AM to 4 PM
In the heart of Midtown, surrounded by boutique shops and beautiful murals, it has one of the most robust menus. From the simple pretzel bites to the unique Italian Eggs made with Italian sausage bites topped with fried eggs and the classic bagel and lox, Zeroday Taproom has something for everyone. They also keep the vegan in mind by offering Jackfruit Tacos made with house made roja, jalapenos and pickled red onion.
The Millworks
Where: Midtown Harrisburg
When: Sundays from 10 AM to 3 PM
Signature Item: Homestyle Benedict
The Millworks’ seasonal brunch menu is built on locally sourced items from organic or sustainable farms. From Local, grass-fed prime beef burger to Wholesome Living Acres Farm Eggs any way you like them, you're in for a wholesome morning meal. The Millworks also smokes meats in their sidewalk smoker, so the option of Homestyle Benedict made with smoked BBQ pulled pork, is truly a flavorful choice. For a unique take on a Bloody Mary, try the Michelada blended with lager, smoked tomato mix, barbeque spices and lime.
Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Bar
Where: Midtown
When: Sundays from 11 AM to 2 PM
Crawdaddy's is known for its southern comfort food with a New Orleans flair with dishes like Momma Chris'- a southern fried catfish, eggs, creamy grits, fried green tomato and corn bread, or Crawdaddy Po' Boy- a dish with andouille sausage, green peppers, onions, eggs, pepper jack cheese inside a hoagie. For the sweet enthusiast, be sure to check out the Pound Cake French Toast with their signature butter cake dipped in a whipped batter and toasted to perfection.
note. bistro & wine bar
Where: Midtown Harrisburg
When: Sundays from 10:30 AM to 2:15 PM
note. is the most charming location on this list, housed in a 1910 Victorian home marked by its warm and inviting atmosphere. Its menu is European inspired with fresh ingredients prepared from scratch. Start with a cup of leek, lemon and tarragon soup topped with sunflower seeds. Alongside their Omelette and Eggs Benedict du jour options, you’ll find impressive breakfast selections like savory crepes with mushrooms, asparagus, onion, spinach, brie, creamy basil vinaigrette, or huevos and bravas potatoes with poached eggs, paprika aioli, spiced tomato jam and manchego cheese.
